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Fortnum & Mason is a posh old department store, in a prime location on Piccadilly.
It's main draw card is it's ground floor food hall, with delicacies from around the world.
It is a great place to buy an edible souvenir to take back home to family and friends. It is a very popular place for christmas and easter gifts, and can get very crowded!
There are 3 floor of general items - clothing, stationary etc etc, but everything sold here is top quality.
Better bring your (husbands!) credit card.
After an exhausting shop, why not pop up to the 4th floor for a traditional afternoon tea (see my must see/food tip for more info).
Their chocolates and biscuits are very popular.
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 Regent Street by Jenniflower
Quality is excellent and it's a pleasure shopping here.
Not only are the choice of shops good, but the architecture is incredible.
Other shopping favourites are Oxford Street and Kensington High Street.
You can buy pretty much anything form these streets! All kinds of shops are situated here, although most quite expensive.
You will find some 'bargain' shops on Oxford Street, heading towards Tottenham Court Road.
They are shopping meccas!
Being Central London, you can gather that the rentals are VERY high at the retail outlets, so this is reflected in theipricing. However, the sales are always very good, as they NEED to get rid of thier unwanted stock, to make room for the next season's stock, so they practically give away things. Best time to shop? January :) Leave a Comment Theme: Department StoreDirections: Regent Street, Central LondonWebsite: www.hamleys.co.uk
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I am not much of a shopper. A crime some would say, when working in Piccadilly Circus, with all that temptation around!
But there is something you can do and enjoy, without actually going inside the shop and meeting the crowds...
You can window shop!
My personal favourite high street windows are Fortnum and Mason in Piccadilly Street, and Harrods and Harvey Nichols in Knightsbridge. Sloan Square and Street has some fine window displays too, as does Chelsea high street.
Anything really.. from fancy furniture and fire places and chandeliers... to boutique-type or funky clothing. Leave a Comment Theme: Department StoreDirections: The windows are especially beautiful at Christmas time, and the streets I enjoy most are Regent Street, Piccadilly Street (Fortnum and Mason in particular), and Kensington High Street. They go to alot of effort to reign the custom in!
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 by tvor
They specialize in fabrics for clothing and upholstery but have all the up to date fashion and designer names as well in men's and ladies' fashions. Great accessories and gifts too. Leave a Comment
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 by Jenniflower
I worked a block away from it for nearly 4 years, and was a frequent shopper here.
I love the old-style architecture and staircase, doors and decor. It is currently being refurbished, not to modernise it.. but keeping the typical look, just making it better. They have included a round staircase in the middle of the food court, taking you down to another food court below.
The floors above have clothing, bath essentials, games, crockery
I have bought all kinds of things here, from salt and pepper shakers to lovely easter eggs, to various types of mustard and jams. My favourite jam is their brand of strawberry jam and champagne.
It is delicious!
They always have different things to high street chains, which I love.
I love their coffee and tea selection too. They have an exquisite chocolate counter too... but I havent bought anything here ever, watching the waistline!
I have bought quite a few Christmas decorations and items here too. Spending that little bit extra is worth it, as I have reused these items again and again.
They have mens and womens sections... and a baby clothes section too. It is all upmarket in nature (and price!).
This is an expensive shop to shop at. I think the one thing that absolutely shocked me were the Christmas cards... some were (for one!!!) £108.00. Yes, you read that correctly! Very fancy and ornate.
I think I should start making greteing cards for them ;) Leave a Comment Theme: Department StorePhone: +44 (0)20 7734 8040Directions: 2 blocks from Piccadilly CircusWebsite: www.fortnumandmason.com
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I have to admit when I first entered this store, my jaw nearly dropped to the ground!
The Kingston branch is MASSIVE!!! Other branches are generally rather large too.
Large, clean, clear, with tons of space. It appeals to young and old alike, and caters for men and women. They have various sections, solely geared toward one thing.
It is multi-levelled and has lifts and escalators between the floors, and has good wheelchair and buggy access.
We were after childrens tables and chairs, so headed for the nursery and kiddies section.
A very enjoyable shopping experience!
You can buy practically anything in the giftware and homeware category here.
From cushions to frames to boots to tights to stationery to audio to sports equipment to linen.. it is all here.
They have a comprehensive online website too, which is easy to navigate and is quite substantial.
It is an expensive shop as they only deal with quality, but they do have good sales! They are a chain stor, an upmarket one, and you get good quality throughout. A dependable store to be found in many High Streets. Leave a Comment
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 Debenhams by gugi66Theme: Department StoreDirections: Nearest Underground station is Bond StreetWebsite: www.debenhams.com
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Christmas! by Jenniflower
Usually I am not a big shopper, preferring instead to do some Christmas shopping online, or making something, or going to craft markets etc... these huge department stores with all there fancy fashions and exteriors don't do anything for me.
But then Christmas arrives! :)
There is a special buzz and excitement in the air as December 25th draws near... everyone is dressed smartly in their winter duffle coats, brightly coloured scarves and gloves... there's a chill in the air. This is cool shopping time! :) Leave a Comment Theme: Department StoreDirections: Central London specifically, Regent Street, Oxford Street, the various markets I have mentioned in other London tips, Piccadilly Circus, High Street Kensington etc. Many places to choose from!
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 What Money Can't Buy by scottishvisitor
If you do like shopping & some do - London is the top for shopping in the UK selling everything imaginable
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